Linoleic Acid from Japan
Linoleic acid (cis-9,cis-12-octadecadienoic acid) is a polyunsaturated omega-6 acyclic monocarboxylic fatty acid essential for nutrition. HTS 2916.19.50.00 classification as other unsaturated acyclic acid despite two double bonds. Used in cosmetics and supplements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• NMR confirmation of cis-9,12 double bond positions (CAS 60-33-3)
• Purity >98% required; mixtures with linolenic acid may shift classification
• Include peroxide value <5 meq/kg for oxidative stability